Qin Si Yue felt very unhappy upon hearing her words, and just as she was about to step forward to argue, Han Hao Ming grabbed her arm.
At this moment, Qin Si Ye spoke, "Although Hao Ming is currently only Si Yue's boyfriend, he is the future son-in-law implicitly approved by the elders."
He then glanced at Qin Si Yu and said, "As for him, I have never considered him a brother."
After speaking, he strode into the room and slammed the door shut.
Jiang Jie trembled with anger, clenching her fists so tightly that her nails dug into her flesh.
For so many years, she had tread on thin ice in the Qin family, being cautious, trying to please everyone, and giving so much.
Had it all been in vain?
No, it couldn't be like this.
The more critical the situation, the calmer she needed to be.
What she had accomplished fifteen years ago, she could certainly achieve now.
"Si Yu, let's go."
The two took the elevator to the underground parking lot and got into the car.
"Mom, what's wrong? You weren't home during this period, did you do something to offend Qin Si Ye? Why is his attitude towards you so terrible?" Qin Si Yu asked her, his hands on the steering wheel, his brow furrowed.
"When has he ever treated me well?" Jiang Jie's sorrowful gaze held a hint of coldness as she continued, "Si Yu, do you know that Bai Lin, the assistant to that Meng Qi, is actually Lu Yu Shan. They were caught by Qin Si Ye and Yin Xi a few days ago, and it seems they will be severely punished. I suspect Qin Si Ye is so hostile towards us, preventing us from contacting your father, because I was too close to them, and he became suspicious of me."
"Ah? Bai Lin is Lu Yu Shan?" Qin Si Yu exclaimed in surprise, looking at her, then sighed, "Mom, I'm not trying to criticize you, but from the beginning, you shouldn't have put all your eggs in their basket."
"If not them, then who else?" Jiang Jie said helplessly, "Looking at the entire Qin family, the only one who could stand with us was your aunt, but she was also expelled from the Qin family not long ago. The main reason is that Yin Xi is too capable and extremely cunning; most people are no match for her. Yesterday, your father agreed to arrange the marriage between her and Si Ye once he recovered and was discharged from the hospital. In the future, I might have even less standing in this family."
"Mom, aren't I still here? Don't worry, as long as I'm here, you'll always have a place in the Qin family." Qin Si Yu patted her hand with a pained expression.
"Mm. Si Yu. You've finally grown up. It's time to settle down, associate less with those idle friends, and think more about your internship. This vast Qin family enterprise, don't you want to fight for it?" Jiang Jie stared at him intently.
Qin Si Yu clenched his fists and said, "Mom, of course I do. Who doesn't love power and wealth? Even if it's for you, I will strive for it."
"Mm. Good boy, Mom has finally reached this day. For so many years in the Qin family, Mom has lived under others' noses, endured humiliation, and finally, the hard times are about to pay off." Jiang Jie took out a tissue, wiped the tears from the corners of her eyes, and continued, "If we want to carve out a space for ourselves in the Qin family, we should start with your father. As long as he trusts us, everything will be easier. For example, the things you said today made him very happy."
"Okay. Mom, I understand what you mean. I know what I need to do from now on," Qin Si Yu said with utmost seriousness.
In the VIP ward where Qin Xiu Zhi was staying at the hospital, Yin Xi walked in after seeing Mei Yun and the others off. She glanced at the hospital bed and asked, "Is Uncle asleep again?"
"Mm. He woke up for a while just now." Qin Si Ye turned and walked slowly towards her, "Why did you come back?"
"I was a little worried and wanted to stay a bit longer." Yin Xi looked at him with a complex expression.